Job Description

We are looking for a

Supply Chain Specialist

to join our Supply Chain team! Our Senior Supply Chain Specialist will be sourcing and purchasing ingredients and planning production for our delicious, plant-powerful products.

OPPORTUNITIES

In this role, you will get a chance to share best practices and implement process improvements! You will have experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management. You will have the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of people who are very collaborative, supportive, and enjoy a fair bit of fun at work!

HERE IS WHO YOU ARE...

DRIVE & MOTIVATION

You are health-conscious and have values that align with One Degree You want to join a progressive family-owned company on a mission to build healthier communities. You enjoy performing tasks that require a lot of organization, accuracy, and follow-up. You are looking to build your career in Procurement/Supply Chain field

CHARACTER & ABILITIES

You have the ability to influence and manage change in a high paced environment. You have strong initiative and proven leadership abilities to manage through change confidently. You are a great communicator who can easily get along and work with different personalities. You have strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional multitasking skills. You are professional and solutions oriented.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

You have experience with lean manufacturing practices. You have intermediate Excel skills. You have strong computer skills (Great Plains, Word, Outlook, etc.)

EXPERIENCE

You have proven experience in a high-stress fast-paced environment, preferably in the food industry. You have 3 + years of planning and purchasing experience in a manufacturing facility.

NICE-TO-HAVE

You have planning experience. You have co-packer management experience. You have experience purchasing food ingredients. You have post-secondary education in supply chain management.

THINGS YOU WILL DO...

Manage production schedule for both internal and external (co-packers) operations in a busy food production environment. Maintain optimal inventory levels, manage material requirements and associated logistics. Troubleshoot with internal and external stakeholders on resolving issues such as production delays, deliveries, quality and inventory. Ensure the quality of materials, competitive pricing, and sufficient supply at all times. May on occasion work at various times including weekends, as the job requires. Ability to travel as needed to visit co-packers and attend industry events

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Planning/Scheduling

Create and maintain production schedules that align with customer orders, production capacity, and inventory levels. Allocate production resources, including labor, machines, and materials, to optimize production efficiency. Track and follow up production progress with Operations teams. Monitor and maintain optimal inventory level on Finished Goods, mitigating the risk of stock outs and spoilages. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to gather demand forecasts and incorporate them into production planning processes. Run reports and provide analytical data on fill rate, inventory level, production performance and capacity planning.

Co-packer Management

Manage the purchase orders with co-packers in alignment with sales current demand and forecasts. Manage material requirements and transportation between suppliers and co-packers. Manage co-packer relationships and act as primary contact for resolving issues such as production delays, delivery issues, product non-conformance, invoicing, etc. Collaborate with internal departments for new product development and commercialization at co-packers. Perform monthly reconciliation on co-packer inventory and yield analysis.

Purchasing

Maintain appropriate raw material inventory levels following best practices for inventory purchasing and place orders for restocking as required. Ensure the quality of materials, competitive pricing, and sufficient supply always. Negotiate contracts with suppliers and brokers as needed. Generate savings on raw materials and logistics by analyzing business opportunities compared to the current practices. Ensure all logistical requirements in transporting of material meet specifications and delivery deadlines. Other duties as assigned.




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